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November 10, 2016January 28, 2022

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We Knew Them Part 18

November 2006 “Don’t worry miss, I’ll take care of her.” Mrs Cartwright said to Jumoke reassuringly. She took one last look at her daughter and forced herself not to cry. She would be fine, Mrs Cartwright would take care of her. Things had been more difficult than she had envisaged that they would be havingContinue reading We Knew Them Part 18 →

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October 19, 2016January 28, 2022

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Run! Part 2

Caro I hear Victor’s motorcycle come to a stop and I say a quick prayer that he will be in a good mood and open the door before he knocks. “Welcome.” He grunts. “Should I serve your food?” “What did you cook?” “Rice and beans.” As he eats I decide to start a light conversationContinue reading Run! Part 2 →

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October 18, 2016January 28, 2022

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Run! Part 1

Dear reader, Thank you for being here. This is the beginning of a mini-series I’ve titled Run!. It’s the story of two women trapped in abusive relationships and their plan for freedom. Please leave a comment and please SHARE THIS link with someone. Enjoy!

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October 17, 2016January 28, 2022

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We Knew Them Part 10

Hello there!  The first installment of this series ends here. The series will continue on Tuesday, November 1, 2016. In the meantime, I will entertain you with a mini-series I’ve titled: Run! and I hope that you’ll be here for that.

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October 14, 2016January 28, 2022

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We Knew Them Part 9

Tayo Oludare watched her daughter lying on the couch. She had called her endlessly but had received no response. She looked at the wall clock, it was half past ten. Why on earth was she asleep with the rag in her hand? She moved towards her with the intention of slapping her back to consciousnessContinue reading We Knew Them Part 9 →

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October 12, 2016January 28, 2022

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We Knew Them Part 7

Korede watched his sister walking towards the school opposite the barber shop where he and his father frequented. His mother had told him to spy on his sister and even though he had grudgingly agreed, he realized that his mother’s suspicion had been right. His sister was sitting under a tree in the large schoolContinue reading We Knew Them Part 7 →

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October 11, 2016January 28, 2022

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We Knew Them Part 6

“She’s doing much better, thank you. In fact, even I can feel her confidence in the subject.” Tayo Oludare, Jumoke’s mother said to Mrs Williams as they talked in the former’s sitting room. “I knew it would work! In fact, I wish they had met each other earlier.” Tayo laughed in response. “So what school isContinue reading We Knew Them Part 6 →

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